Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Cape Cod Canal fishing report for March 21, 2025.
First off, let's talk tides. We've got a high tide at 8:42 AM and another at 9:07 PM, with low tides at 2:25 AM and 2:51 PM. The current's running east until about 11:30 AM, then switching west for the rest of the day. Sunrise is at 6:47 AM and sunset at 6:58 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.
Weather-wise, it's looking decent today. We're expecting partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid-50s and light winds around 5-10 mph. Water temp's hovering around 48°F, so bundle up if you're heading out.
Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! We've been seeing some nice action with schoolie stripers in the 24-28 inch range, with a few keepers mixed in. Word is, a lucky fella landed a 36-incher near the Sagamore Bridge just yesterday. Bluefish have been scarce, but a few early birds have been spotted chasing bait near the east end.
For lures, you can't go wrong with white or chartreuse paddletails on a 3/4 oz jighead. The Magic Swimmer in mackerel pattern has also been producing, especially during the early morning hours. If you're looking to throw some topwater, the Canal Special pencil popper in bone color has been getting some nice blow-ups.
Bait-wise, fresh mackerel chunks or live eels are your best bet for the bigger stripers. Just remember, circle hooks are mandatory when using natural baits for stripers.
As for hot spots, the Herring Run area has been consistently productive, especially on the outgoing tide. The Scusset Beach jetty is another good bet, particularly for those targeting the early bluefish.
Remember folks, the tides wait for no one, so time your trips accordingly. Tight lines and see you on the riprap!